Ellison names first Maori All Blacks squad blending experience and new talent
22 hours ago by Ultimate RugbyNew Māori All Blacks Head Coach Tamati Ellison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Whakaue) has named his first squad in charge of the team, selecting a blend of experienced campaigners, returning Māori...
Chiefs team to face Moana Pasifika
2 months ago by Ultimate RugbyTe Toiroa Tahuriorangi is looking forward to helping his Gallagher Chiefs team showcase Super Rugby Pacific when they return to Rotorua against Moana Pasifika on Saturday. “Rotorua...
Round 4 Super Rugby Pacific Teams
3 months ago by Ultimate RugbyClub Rugby Round celebrates the best of grassroots rugby as the ten teams confirm their line-ups for the weekend. The likes of Damian McKenzie, Du'Plessis Kirifi and Beauden Barrett all return for some...
Two All Blacks back for Chiefs v Highlanders
4 months ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Gallagher Chiefs recently re-signed All Blacks, Leroy Carter and Simon Parker, have been named for Saturday’s Super Rugby Pacific match against the Highlanders in Dunedin.The pair announced...
Super Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season
7 months ago by Ultimate RugbySuper Rugby Pacific squads named for 2026 season As Super Rugby Pacific prepares to celebrate 30 years, all 11 clubs have announced their squads for the 2026 season. Fan favourites will...
Maori All Blacks squad named for 2025
11 months ago by Ultimate RugbyKurt Eklund (Ngāti Kahu) has been named as the new Māori All Blacks captain, with a 29-strong squad including 11 uncapped players announced today ahead of two matches against the Japan XV in Tokyo, and...
Chiefs name team for Grand Final
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Gallagher Chiefs have named a familiar and battle-tested side to take on the Crusaders ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated DHL Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final at Apollo Projects Stadium in...
Super Rugby Pacific Injury List: Qualifying Finals
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAnd then, there were six. The Finals Series of Super Rugby Pacific kicks off this weekend, making casualty lists and player availability even more critical. The Brumbies have received a major boost...
Gallagher Chiefs Celebrate Season with 2025 Club Awards
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Gallagher Chiefs celebrated the 2025 season at their annual awards evening in Hamilton on Tuesday. Players, staff, whānau, and sponsors gathered to reflect on a memorable season and celebrate those...
Chiefs cement spot on top with force win
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyTheir 56-22 bonus point Anzac Day win, in their first visit to Tauranga's Blake Park in 12 years, shot the ladder-leaders (8-2) clear with five rounds to play before the finals. Stung by the late loss...
